The Hip Joint

Hip osteotomy is done when the hip bones do not fit together well. Poorly fitting hip bones can cause pain and make it difficult to move. Over a long period of time, the improper fit can lead to problems like arthritis.

The surgery is most often done in children. It may be done because of:

Conditions that cause abnormal muscle contractions. such as
cerebral palsy

Anesthesia

Several incisions will be made around the hip joint. The specific bones that are altered will depend on your specific condition. The leg and/or pelvic bones will need to be cut. A wedge of bone may be removed. This wedge will be attached to a new area and held in place with plates and screws. The cuts and wedge will allow the shape of the bone to be changed to position them into a better place.

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